Experts Guide

Herndl's research focuses on feminist theory, American literature, medicine and disability studies. She is interested in the ways that a medicalized view of the body shapes not just our perceptions of other peoples’ bodies, but of our own.

Rodríguez's research interests focus on education, program evaluation, improvement science and workforce development, with a particular emphasis on disability studies.

Worthey's clinical work and research focus on rehabilitation counseling, youth with disabilities, animal-assisted interventions, disability advocacy and accommodations.

Smith's research focuses on development, testing and implementation of innovative transition and employment service models and programs for people with complex disabilities.